Mid-Century Leather & Papier-Mâché Panther Sculpture, 1940s

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A beautiful and rare mid-century panther figure made of papier-mâché, stuffed with straw and covered in black leather, featuring yellow … Read more A beautiful and rare mid-century panther figure made of papier-mâché, stuffed with straw and covered in black leather, featuring yellow glass eyes and white plastic teeth; created entirely in the style of Liberty of London, circa 1950.

This figure boasts excellent proportions and detailing, with the musculature rendered beautifully and accurately. Characteristic features include the yellow glass eyes; the whiskers are missing, and the piece displays a lovely aged patina. In the 1950s, Liberty of London released a range of leather animal figures in various sizes, including giraffes, elephants, lions, panthers, rhinoceroses, hippos, dromedaries, and many other species. These fantastic figures are highly collectible and sought-after.

This panther is in good, used condition, showing signs of age and use consistent with its vintage—such as some marks on the tail; please refer to the photos for further details.

Dimensions: 42 x 11 x 19 cm.

Weight: 0.768 kg. See less